Because functional testing is so common, there was no need to develop a test executive from scratch. We used NI TestStand and LabVIEW to develop the test-executive and source code, respectively.

A self-test of the test system ensures that all hardware and instrumentation are functional and within specification. Self-testing the hardware is accomplished through a custom ITA interface and ...

Next time I’ll discuss some new test techniques that can improve the quality of test, especially for advanced node ICs employing FinFET transistors. Read the whole series: Design for test boot camp, ...

The logic BIST functional safety flow is used to add the functional safety fault classifications to the different structures in the design, which enables the correct level of reporting for the ISO ...

Experts at the Table: Semiconductor Engineering sat down to discuss the increasing importance of functional test, especially in high-performance computing, with Klaus-Dieter Hilliges, V93000 platform ...

Last month, this column addressed the need for (and philosophy behind) sample testing certain systems when 100% functional performance testing (FPT) is impractical from a time and/or budget ...

The process of developing an automated functional test solution is not much different from the process of creating the same program but Preparation and definition of the best practices are critical.

This cross-functional team—led by an architect—brings diverse perspectives to solution design. The design team's responsibilities include: • Creating detailed solution architecture documents.

People often confuse the purpose and role of functional specifications and design documents. Design and function should never meet in a document. Design and function must be documented during the ...